Eugene Fowler of Fredericton passed away peacefully on Friday, September 23, 2022, at the age of 80. Gene was born on July 30, 1942, to the late Eugene Sr. and Zola Fowler (Black) in Holtville, New Brunswick. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sharon (Lowe), his son, Rob Fowler (Eva Shimaoka), daughter, Angela Fowler (Ben Kennedy), sisters, Eleanor McLaughlin, Dorothy Fowler (Carney Flynn) and sister-in-law, Judy Wilson.
Gene was a doting grandfather to Matthew Fowler, Zoe and Kavina Kennedy. He will be missed by niece Krista Amos and grandnieces, Olivia and Avery; niece, Kelly Dabrowski (Ken), grandnephew, Charlie and grandniece, Stella; nephews Trevor Perry (Stephanie), Derek Wilson (Patricia Small), Mike McLaughlin, and Rod Wilson Jr. (Tracy Miersch), grandnephews, Jackson, Marcus and Jarrod. Gene was predeceased by brother-in-law, Rodney Wilson and sister-in-law, Linda Lowe of St. Stephen, who was a dear and generous friend to him.
Gene will be fondly remembered as a man of very few words, an unparalleled work ethic and possessing an incredibly generous heart. Growing up in central New Brunswick, he worked on family farms, cut timber, and hunted and fished on the Miramichi. Upon high school graduation, Gene became a civil engineering technician at ADI Limited in Fredericton and subsequently, was a founding member of Gemtec Limited where he enjoyed a long career with cherished colleagues.
Eugene loved working in the outdoors – cutting the trees that became the lumber he used to build his family’s first home – and enjoyed a lifetime of tending to his garden and grounds. Gene always had a warm pot of tea on the go. He loved a good card game. In retirement, he provided his family and friends with an unending supply of home-made strawberry jam. Gene was happiest when surrounded by his family and loved to watch his grandkids, nieces and nephews compete across various sports during their childhood.
At Gene’s request, and befitting someone who wanted no fuss over himself, there will be no formal memorial service or visitation. However, we are certain that Gene would be honored by donations to a charity of the donor’s choice or the Dr. Everett Chalmers Foundation palliative care designated fund (chalmersfoundation.com/donate).
Ross&Alice-Anne Giberson says
To Sharon and Family,
Our condolences are extended to you and your family at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Ross&Alice-Anne Giberson
Jennifer Zildjan says
So saddened to hear of Gene’s passing. He was such a great neighbour and friend. Mike really enjoyed their friendship and chats too. I’m so sorry of your loss and that I didn’t maintain connections after moving downtown. Life gets busy but no excuse. Every time that I drove by to visit my son and family, I looked over and thought of him fondly. However, it seems like I was always on a timeline…….again no excuse. I could of still made another trip “up the hill” “way” downtown. Take care and biggest hugs
Jennifer Zildjan
Linda Carson says
Dear Sharon,Rob(Eva),Angela(Benn and family.
My deepest condolences on the death of Eugene,l know he had a good relationship with Tennyson always stop and talked when out and about, l known the next few days will be hard but just stop and think about all good memories you had over the years it will get easier.It will be 5yrs in Oct for me, But lives goes on .God bless you all. Love The Carson Family
Margaret " peg " Donovan says
So sorry to hear of Eugene’s passing. Peg Donovan
mary louise peters says
Sharon and family, Condolences on the loss of Gene,You have many years of memories which I hope will bring some comfort in this difficult time.
Stacey Black says
Sending my condolences to Eugene’s family. So very sorry for your loss.
Dave Purdue says
Sharon, Rob, Angela and family,
We are saddened to hear of Eugenes passing. Eugene had a big impact on so many of us during the early days of Gemtec. I personally recall starting here many years ago and working with Gene (as we called him) on many field assignments. Although he was known as being a man of few words, we never ran out of things to talk about, especially when travelling through the Miramichi. It was very obvious to me that Gene’s family was always top of mind for him. Gene was a modest man with many skills who always treated people with due respect. He helped many of us learn the ropes around here. I will always be grateful for having known Eugene. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Dave Purdue
Carmel Myles says
Sharon,
Sincere condolences on your loss of Eugene.
Thinking of you and your family,
Carmel Myles
Rick Demmings and Brenda Page says
Deepest condolences to you, Sharon and Family upon the passing of Eugene.
Love you to bits and we are sending our most positive thoughts and wishes to you at this time.
Take care.
Gene and Joyce Tatton says
Sharon I want to pass on our condolence to you and your family. It has been some time since we have crossed paths but I remember Gene from my days at UMRHS.
Paul Lake says
Sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. I have many fond memories working side by side Gene at Gemtec. He had a unique wit, strong work ethic and was a real man’s man. He will be missed.
Paul Daniel Jardine says
So sorry to hear of Eugenes passing…he was a great teacher and person to work with…he will be missed.
Merle and Zona Ross says
Merle and I were very sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. He was a great neighbor and friend. Gene will be missed by many but has left behind many wonderful memories. May God bless you at this sad time.
Marie Warner says
Sharon and Family
I am so very very sorry to hear of your loss. Eugene has always been a most treasured memory of my childhood..Marie
Marie Warner says
Eleanor and Dorothy & Family
I am so very very sorry for your loss. Eugene was so very special to me and a very dear memory of my childhood.
Marie
Pat Richardson says
Sharon and family my thoughts and prayers are with you all for your loss.
Marie Warner says
Sharon and Family ; Eleanore and Dorothy:
Winston and I are very sorry to hear of your loss.
Frances and Winston MacKay
Brad Norrad says
Dear Dorothy,
I was saddened to hear of Eugene’s passing. I have many fond memories of friendship with Eugene in High School. He, Wallace O’Donnell and I were pals. And I have fond memories of being at your home in Holtville. I remember it as a home with warmth and Love. I think of you often and pray for you and your family at this time of mourning. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Brad.
Carlotta O'Donnell says
My deepest condolences ,to Sharon ,his children and their families and all his family.Carlotta O’Donnell.
Wilda Greene says
Sharon, Eleanor, Dorothy and families, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Gene was a kind and considerate person with a wonderful personality. I was not around Junior as much as Darlene and Bonnie were but I know they thought the world of Junior. He will be greatly missed by many.
Love and prayers to you.
Linda Hunter says
Dear Sharon & Family:
Sending my sincere & heartfelt condolences to you on Eugene’s passing. I have
fond memories of our fun times together when you lived in Charter’s Settlement.
The picture of Eugene is a nice one, just as I remember him. I’m thinking of you and
all of the family at this time; may you find comfort in the memories of happy times spent together.
Linda Hunter
Mickie Bowman says
Dear Sharon and family, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Gene. I know he was the beloved support of his family, and the friend of many. Those who knew him will cherish dearly his memory. Sending love.
Judy Mills says
Sharon, Rob and Angela: So sad to read of Eugene’s passing. I am thinking of you and your families at this very difficult time……hugs
Judy Mills says
Sharon, Rob and Angela: I am thinking of you and your families at this very difficult time…..so sorry for your loss…..hugs